Palmetto State News

Heidelberg Materials North America has announced plans to expand its operations in South Carolina with a new aggregates distribution terminal in Colleton County. This project, representing an investment of $7.3 million, is set to create eight new jobs.

The company, with over a century of experience, is a major supplier of building materials such as cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt across North America. Heidelberg Materials currently operates over 450 locations in North America, including 16 in South Carolina, employing approximately 9,000 individuals.

The new 71-acre terminal, to be located at 1616 Red Bank Road in Walterboro, will distribute crushed stone and enhance the company’s Southeast distribution network due to its access to the Palmetto Railways Salkehatchie Subdivision rail line. Operations are anticipated to commence in the fourth quarter of 2025.

Heidelberg Materials North America Southeast Region President Scott Dickson stated, “Our new rail distribution terminal in Colleton County will enable Heidelberg Materials to efficiently and more sustainably supply much-needed construction aggregates to this growing market. The new aggregate depot will be complementary to our recent acquisition of Giant Cement. We are pleased to make this investment in the area and look forward to contributing to the continued growth and prosperity of the Lowcountry region of South Carolina.”

Gov. Henry McMaster added, “We are proud that Heidelberg Materials continues to do business in South Carolina and invest in communities across our state. This announcement underscores the strength of South Carolina’s workforce and economic climate, and we congratulate Heidelberg Materials on this new operation in Colleton County.”

Secretary of Commerce Harry M. Lightsey III commented, “South Carolina is a place where companies come to thrive, and Heidelberg Materials’ decision to invest in another South Carolina community is a testament to that. With access to a major rail network, Colleton County will be an excellent location for the company’s new operation, and we are grateful for Heidelberg Materials’ commitment to our state.”

Colleton County Council Chairman Scott Biering remarked, “We are excited to announce that Heidelberg Materials is establishing a facility here in Colleton County. This investment by a Fortune 500 company brings new opportunities to our area, utilizing key infrastructure assets such as rail access and the Interstate 95 corridor. We look forward to working with them as a valued community partner.”

SouthernCarolina Alliance President and CEO Danny Black expressed, “SouthernCarolina Alliance welcomes Heidelberg Materials to our region of South Carolina, and we appreciate the jobs and investment that their operation will bring to our communities. The access to rail infrastructure with our partners at Palmetto Railways was integral in Heidelberg’s site selection. We congratulate Heidelberg and Colleton County on this exciting announcement, and we look forward to working with the company and the county in a continued successful partnership.”

Patrick McCrory, President and Chief Executive Officer of Palmetto Railways, stated, “Palmetto Railways welcomes and looks forward to serving Heidelberg Materials North America along our Salkehatchie Subdivision rail line. This 40-mile short line enhances distribution connectivity with CSX in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. The opportunity to collaborate with Heidelberg, Colleton County and SouthernCarolina Alliance is a prime example of how we keep business on track.”

Individuals interested in joining the Heidelberg Materials team are encouraged to visit the company’s careers page for more information.